Music Volunteer Programs

If you have a flare for the fine arts, then Volunteer for the Visayans' Teaching Fine Arts to Disadvantaged Children project might be just the volunteer project you are looking for. You have probably seen YouTube videos of Filipino street children break dancing, Filipino prison inmates dancing to Michael Jackson's Thriller, and local flight attendants dancing to Lady Gaga. So you know that Filipinos love to dance! If you stroll through a Philippine neighborhood, you will probably see children outside their homes practicing the latest dance steps. They are good at it and thoroughly enjoy themselves. Dancing is an excellent way of helping disadvantaged children to express themselves, gain self-confidence, and learn social skills. It also gives children something fun and wholesome to do. There are, however, few opportunities for disadvantaged children to participate in dance classes. Fortunately, many accomplished and enthused individuals have volunteered in the past few years.

Meet the amazing people who call the settlements surrounding Cape Town home. By joining this project, you will get to make a real difference in the community and in the lives of the children, adults and families living in the area through a variety of ways. The residents of the community are looking to improve their lives and that is exactly the aim of this project. Plus, the project is flexible enough that if you have a special skill you want to teach (art, music, dance, etc.), you can arrange your own class or workshop and share your knowledge.

Use your creativity and artistic skills to help children with learning difficulties and disabilities. The Integrated Music, Dance and Art Therapy for Children with Special Needs in Ecuador project was launched more than two decades ago to provide support to kids who are often unsupported in society. The center offers a range of services, from early stimulation for those with learning difficulties to language therapy. To date, the project serves around 80 children and young adults each day, providing activities like daycare, therapeutic care, and academic art. With the number of programs available in the integrated therapy center, you can help in different areas and take on varied tasks. You could support children aged 12+ in arts, music, and academic disciplines or focus on life skills and developing autonomy for young adults. You could also work on the musical artistic development of kids under 12 years old. If you join in July, you could assist with the summer program.

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At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 96 countries who want to make a meaningful difference while exploring the world. With 300+ projects in 40+ destinations, IVHQ offers the widest selection of volunteer programs globally—from Teaching and Childcare to Wildlife Conservation, Medical Outreach, and Environmental Sustainability. Since 2007, IVHQ has supported over 147,000 volunteers on life-changing journeys. We specialize in fully-hosted volunteer trips that are safe, affordable, and accessible—starting from just $20 per day. Your experience includes airport pick-up, accommodation, meals, and round-the-clock support from our local teams. With flexible booking options and no change fees, planning your volunteer adventure has never been easier. Our programs run year-round and are available for 1 to 24 weeks across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Pacific, South and Central America, North America, the Caribbean, and the Middle East. Volunteering with IVHQ is about more than giving back—it’s about growing, learning, and building genuine global connections.

The Real Uganda's volunteers assist our partners with a variety of empowering community-based activities. Volunteers split their time between these locally requested interventions: Public health and clinical work: Volunteers work in rural clinics providing testing, treatment, counseling services, and prevention education. Nutrition, vegetable gardening, and community sanitation programs are also ongoing. We aim to support rural public health in Uganda. Teaching and childcare: Volunteers work in rural classrooms, choosing what ages and topics to teach. Art and sport are the most popular. Traditional teaching in Uganda is rote learning and memorization. We aim to encourage teamwork, fun, creativity, literacy, and general knowledge in primary schools. Organic farming: Volunteers work alongside women and community members to maintain gardens. Depending on the season, volunteers prepare the soil, plant seeds, spread mulch, weed, harvest, and chase birds and other pests. Learn from Ugandan farmers, and share your ideas as well. We aim to teach efficient land use, organic pest control, and nutrition.

Use your communications skills to expand the reach of an organization that focuses on empowering the youth of their community by unleashing their potential through dance. Be part of a South African-based nonprofit that teaches dance to kids from underprivileged communities in townships. Their mission is to equip children with confidence and important skills through the power of dance so that they can later pursue opportunities that are scarce in their communities. In this internship, you'll join a small but dedicated team and assist with digital communications, fundraising, and overall development of their organization. As an intern, you'll contribute to fast-growing projects while developing diverse skills. Join remotely or in Cape Town, where you'll meet the team, attend dance classes, and gather field content. Tasks depend on your skills and interests, you could work on the more creative side of communications ranging from writing online content and newsletters, managing social media, and assisting with running digital fundraising campaigns; or work behind the scenes in marketing, engaging in research, proposal writing, monitoring and evaluation, and stakeholder management.

Do you have a passion for Theatre, travelling and helping young children? With VWI we offer people like you the fantastic opportunity to teach underprivileged young children living in the iconic Pink City of Jaipur. During your time on the programme you will be placed in a local school or orphanage where you’ll have the freedom to create and organise your very own programme. You will be giving training to help children for their local performance such as teaching theater, to improve focus, making the set, design them, music selection, making the masks and organize the program for children. We don’t need an expert actor, director or an artist. We just want our volunteers to offer love to children, to make them good theater actors and to help the ones that are talented but they are shy or just not able to bring it out. Volunteers in the past have put on plays, taught dance routines, made masks/puppets, and facilitated scenes from well-known scripts. You may also consider teaching the children core performance techniques (acting, singing, dancing), scenes from musicals, or how to make their own costumes.

Join our Best Seller Program! Combine immersive Spanish lessons with Surf or Yoga classes and meaningful volunteer work at our home base in beautiful Santa Teresa—one of the top surf spots in the country. Make a real impact through purposeful volunteering, help with sea turtle conservation, assist in the nursery and hatchery, join night patrols, participate in beach cleanups, and more. Cap off your experience with an unforgettable week in the lush Monteverde Rainforest, where adventure and adrenaline await!

This project's main goal is to improve the education of impoverished children in the coastal village of Senya Beraku. Volunteers work in a school that caters to kids from the local and wider community. They share their English skills and assist with core subjects such as mathematics, science, geography, social sciences, and history. They also form a special bond while engaging with students through arts, music, and sports. The teaching takes place in nursery, primary, and junior high schools where volunteers initially shadow or teach under the supervision of a local teacher. Once acquainted with the school and curriculum, and if comfortable, they can teach independently. Their level of involvement in the classroom can be tailored to suit their skills and interests. Crucial qualities include the willingness to share and a proactive attitude, making volunteers valuable additions to any classroom. They help provide a decent education so local children have a greater chance of finding future employment and living a better life.

Looking for an international internship that will set you apart—and give you the skills, experience, and confidence to thrive in your career? Connect-123 designs fully customized programs that match your background and goals, offering hands-on experience in some of the world’s most exciting cities: Barcelona, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Dublin, and Sydney. Whether you’re a student, recent graduate, or experienced professional, our programs span dozens of fields including business, finance, medicine, public health, journalism, marketing, human rights, law, sustainability, education, and more. You’ll gain meaningful, career-related experience while also exploring life in a new culture. We take care of the details so you can focus on making the most of your time abroad. From the moment you apply, our team helps guide you through the process, secure your placement, and prepare you for your new adventure. With flexible start dates and customizable program lengths, your life-changing internship begins on your schedule.

Looking to apply your talent and expertise to a good cause? Find a program that matches your interests and skills through Volunteer World! We are the largest volunteer abroad comparison platform around the globe, enabling you to seek and compare offers from major travel agencies as well as smaller grassroots NGOs and local specialists in more than 80 countries. All these with just one click! Find projects in wildlife, teaching, community development, and several other areas. Simply choose your desired destination and desired travel date, and our search engine will compare the best volunteer abroad programs on your behalf. Whether you wish to gain experience at a wildlife sanctuary in South Africa or teach English at a monastery in Nepal, we've got you covered. Volunteer World guarantees a quick and easy application. We will guide you through this process, as well as help plan your next meaningful trip. We provide free access to quality-checked projects and flexible options. And if anything goes wrong, we've got your back with our qualified support team and our refund guarantee.

Lima, the capital of Peru, is located on the west coast of the Pacific along the Rímac River. This large, international city balances both modern and traditional influences, which evolved from Peru's history as the home of the Inca and numerous other civilized cultures dating back as far as 2000 BC. Opportunities vary from rehabilitating marine life to working with disabled or at-risk youth to creating environmental protection campaigns. By partnering with community-based organizations and following a structured, reflection-based curriculum, you will learn how local experts address these issues with available resources while developing intercultural and leadership skills in a real-world context. Each of our community-based organizations is unique, so visit our website to learn more about your options. Although all our programs are great, we especially recommend Lima for students who are interested in marine biology or human rights.

An immersive gap year experience combining a group travel semester and an individual volunteer placement, Latitudes Year is the full-year option for students who want to go deeper in their independent travel journey. As a Latitudes Year student, you’ll spend your first semester traveling on one of our group semesters. During your second semester, you’ll have the opportunity to deepen your educational experience with an independent volunteer placement. You’ll work with a specific organization and community that reflects your unique interests and develop meaningful relationships with your host community. Along the way, you’ll develop confidence and independence, and enrich your worldview. Previous placements have included scuba certification while protecting coral reefs in Southern Thailand, working with wildlife in Belize, or participating in conservation efforts in Central America. Carpe Diem’s experienced coordinator works with you to develop a unique program to match your goals.

Whatever skills and talents you have, volunteer work in Argentina will give you the opportunity to put them to good use. Teach the children to dance, draw or play soccer; you could even arrange to take the children on a day trip. The more time and effort you put in, the more rewarding your placement will be both for the children you are working with and for you yourself. If you would like to volunteer in Argentina with children, you will be working in one of many orphanages in Cordoba, Argentina's second largest city, and the surrounding area.

Are you looking for hands-on work experience to help launch your professional career? One of the best ways to impress prospective employers is to complete an international internship! Students appreciate the unique opportunity the Spanish Institute provides through our internship program. With the option to intern at a wide selection of companies or non-profit organizations, you will have the chance to gain invaluable work experience in the field of your choice. You’ll also get to practice Spanish, make new contacts and friends, and get to know beautiful Seville, famed for its deeply historic and cultural roots. Spanish Institute's orientation gives students vital information about adapting to life in Spain, the program, schedule, safety, activities, transportation, and internship placement. Spanish Institute's program includes an intensive two-week Spanish Course for all placements, which run for two months or longer. Each day comprises four-hour morning classes and afternoon activities. During this time, students get to know the city, its transportation system, and its cuisine – all while improving their Spanish skills.

Inspire, Educate & Empower Communities Across the World Are you passionate about education and cross-cultural exchange? Do you dream of making a positive impact while traveling the world? With Volunteering Journeys’ English Teaching Programs Abroad, you can inspire young minds, build confidence, and open opportunities for children and adults across Peru, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, and the Maldives. Whether you’re a student on a gap year, a certified teacher, or simply a fluent English speaker looking to make a difference, teaching abroad is one of the most rewarding ways to contribute to global education while immersing yourself in fascinating cultures. In many developing regions, English proficiency opens the door to education, employment, and better economic opportunities. However, limited resources and teacher shortages often leave students without access to quality English education. By joining Volunteering Journeys’ teaching programs, you’ll help bridge this gap. You’ll work in local schools, community centers, or after-school programs — improving English literacy, conversational confidence, and cultural awareness.

Zanzibar is a melting pot of African, Arabic, Indian, and European cultural influences. Taarab, as the island's traditional music, is the best example of this mix and influences of diverse cultures. The Dhow Countries Music Academy (DCMA) in Zanzibar is a leading cultural institution in East and Central Africa for music education, research, conservation, and the advancement of traditional music on local, regional, and international levels. The academy also provides music education at private schools for children under ten. Volunteers and interns can: - Teach all kinds of musical instruments - Provide children with music education - Design/create or restore instruments - Handle public relations - Handle librarianship International participants can participate in DCMA lessons or activities free of charge as compensation for their efforts.

Join the Kiara Street Children Foundation at Hope House in Mbarara, Uganda, an initiative dedicated to transforming the lives of street children and disadvantaged young girls. The foundation operates from Hope House, an orphanage that currently shelters over 30 children, some of whom come from vulnerable backgrounds. Volunteers play a crucial role in various outreach activities, providing essential services such as healthcare, education, and life skills training. In this capacity, volunteers will actively participate in the foundation's daily operations and developmental activities, which include locating street children, prioritizing their education, and providing necessary medical care. Tailored roles are available, ranging from medical professionals (doctors and nurses) to educators and counselors. Volunteers also have the opportunity to teach singing and dancing, thereby enriching the creativity of the children. This program provides an opportunity to contribute to a project that not only addresses immediate needs but also equips children with the skills necessary for a sustainable future.

With around 30 million visitors from different parts of the globe each year, London is a truly diverse city. And with the size and breadth of the West End Theatre District, it doesn’t get much better for a Performing Arts major. This internship places you in a theater company, at a performing arts center, or at a dance studio. Earn some spotlight or backstage experience and exposure to London’s vibrant theater and performing arts community. At the same time, forge ties that can prove extremely valuable in your career aspirations. Through World Internships, benefit from a broad range of exciting opportunities in the field of Performing Arts – from tours and productions at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre to an afternoon walk along the Thames River to catch panoramic views of the iconic London Bridge, Big Ben, and Parliament. This program is also open to volunteers.